Job description
LVN Staff Nurse-Tech Role/Ward Clerk-Tech/Paramedic-Tech
Job ID: 3298
Location: Decatur, TX
Employee Type: Full-time
Dept: Emergency Room Decatur
Shift: 7p-7a, Nights Vary
LVN STAFF NURSE OR TECH ROLE
REQUIREMENTS: 1) Current Texas LVN licensure 2) CPR certification 3) ACLS Certification 4) PALS Certification
Must have current licensure upon hire. New Hires will have 90 days to acquire the required NIHSS, ACLS, PALS, BLS, and/or any other life support certifications required for the job.
Job ID: 3298
Location: Decatur, TX
Employee Type: Full-time
Dept: Emergency Room Decatur
Shift: 7p-7a, Nights Vary
LVN STAFF NURSE OR TECH ROLE
REQUIREMENTS: 1) Current Texas LVN licensure 2) CPR certification 3) ACLS Certification 4) PALS Certification
Must have current licensure upon hire. New Hires will have 90 days to acquire the required NIHSS, ACLS, PALS, BLS, and/or any other life support certifications required for the job.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Licensed Vocational Nurse administers bedside patient care to newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, assesses and documents the effects of care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The LVN demonstrates skills basic to vocational training, and must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. The nurse must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess date reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient requirement relative to his or her age-specific needs. The nursing functions of the LVN are carried out according to hospital policy, hospital mission statement and the philosophy of the Department of Nursing. Documented attendance in an IV therapy course, Completed training in IV management, Basic arrhythmia/telemetry training preferred.
WARD CLERK/TECH
REQUIREMENTS: 1) HS diploma or GED preferred 2) CPR certification 3) Previous clinical experience preferred 4) Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia recognition or telemetry training preferred 5) Must successfully pass Fit for Duty Test
REQUIREMENTS: 1) HS diploma or GED preferred 2) CPR certification 3) Previous clinical experience preferred 4) Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia recognition or telemetry training preferred 5) Must successfully pass Fit for Duty Test
New Hires will have
6
0 days to acquire the required BLS, and/or any other life support certifications required for the job.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Ward Clerk/Tech assumes responsibilities for clerical as well as tech support of the nursing unit. This may include but is not limited to the following functions: 1.) assist in the admission and dismissal process; 2.) maintain patient records; 3.) maintain accurate communications: coordinates unit communication with other departments in customer-friendly and safe atmosphere; 4.) transcribe physician orders; 5.) maintain an efficient nursing station; 6.) obtain vital signs; 7). Placing patients in gowns in rooms; 8.) Provides assistance with the activities of daily living for unit patients. This assistance and bedside care is rendered under direction of a licensed nurse. 9.) Participates in the nursing process by assisting the licensed nurse through communication, observation, and implementation of care of a group of patients. 10.) Other job-related duties as assigned. All functions are carried out according to hospital policy, hospital mission statement, and the philosophy of the Department of Nursing. Positive friendly attitude and good communication skills.
TECH/PARAMEDIC
REQUIREMENTS: 1) Current Paramedic license or certificate 2) CPR certification 3) ACLS certification 4) Previous clinical experience preferred
Must have current licensure upon hire. New Hires will have 90 days to acquire the required ACLS, PALS, BLS, and/or any other life support certifications required for the job.
REQUIREMENTS: 1) Current Paramedic license or certificate 2) CPR certification 3) ACLS certification 4) Previous clinical experience preferred
Must have current licensure upon hire. New Hires will have 90 days to acquire the required ACLS, PALS, BLS, and/or any other life support certifications required for the job.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Tech/Paramedic assumes responsibilities for tech support of the nursing unit. This may include but is not limited to the following functions: 1.) assist in the admission and dismissal process; 2.) maintain patient records; 3.) maintain accurate communications: coordinates unit communication with other departments in customer-friendly and safe atmosphere; 4.) obtain vital signs; 5). Placing patients in gowns in rooms; 6). other duties as assigned by supervising RN. 7.) Provides assistance with the activities of daily living for unit patients. This assistance and bedside care is rendered under direction of a licensed nurse. 8.) Participates in the nursing process by assisting the licensed nurse through communication, observation, and implementation of care of a group of patients. 9.) Performs any personally assigned duties for the unit. All functions are carried out according to hospital policy, hospital mission statement, and the philosophy of the Department of Nursing. Positive friendly attitude and good communication skills. Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia recognition or telemetry training preferred
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: Operationally, to the Department Director and administratively to the Chief Nursing Officer.
OSHA TASK CATEGORY ONE: There is an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues, or a potential for spills splashes during the performance of the job. Universal precautions must be observed, and protective devices worn by the employee when performing those tasks likely to cause exposure.
Employment standards include current requirements as determined by Federal, State, and Wise Health System policy. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Why Wise Health System?
At Wise Health System, we provide care because it’s personal for us – it’s about our patients and their families, our community, and our employees. Our success will result in transformed and improved lives through better health. We are passionate about the care we provide because we care deeply about the people receiving it. Does this sound like you? If so, we want to talk!
About Us
Wise Health System was established in 1967 as an authority of the City of Decatur located in Wise County, Texas and created to serve the population of Wise County as our primary market. Today, Wise Health System has 2,000+ employees and 200+ physicians and spans across 8 different counties in North Texas (911/EMS covers 900 sq miles). WHS is comprised of: Decatur East Campus (99 Med/Surg beds), Decatur West Campus (51 IP Rehab/BHU beds), Wise Health Surgical Hospital of Argyle (12 beds), Wise Health Surgical Hospital of Parkway (24 beds), Wise Health Emergency Center/Urgent Care Argyle, 18 Wise Health Clinics, 40+ secondary market locations, 5 therapy/sports medicine/fitness facilities, and 7 nursing home facilities.
Wise Health System – East Campus
- Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence
- ACC Accredited Chest Pain Center
- Primary Stroke Center
- Level IV Trauma Center
Wise Health Surgical Hospital at Argyle
- Total Hip and Total Knee Center of Excellence
Wise Health Surgical Hospital at Parkway
- Spine Center of Excellence
The benefits listed below are available for Full-Time positions only.
- Company paid life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Aflac: Accident and Critical Care w/ Cancer Protection Plans
- Short term disability insurance
- Retirement Plan with a percentage matching contribution
- Generous PTO offering
- Tuition Reimbursement of up to $5,250.00 per tax year
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